[RnMomof7]

I seriously think you need to research the pagan origins of so much of the Catholic Church and its teachings.

e Twentieth Century Encyclopedia of Catholicism says the following: The missionary history of the [Catholic] Church clearly shows her adaptability to all races, all continents, all nations. In her liturgy and her art, in her tradition and the forming of her doctrine, naturally enough she includes Jewish elements, but also elements that are of pagan origin. In certain respects, she has copied her organization from that of the Roman Empire, has preserved and made fruitful the philosophical intuitions of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle, borrowed from both Barbarians and the Byzantine Roman Empire—but always remains herself, thoroughly digesting all elements drawn from external sources...In her laws, her ceremonies, her festivals and her devotions, she makes use of local customs after purifying them and "baptizing" them.

Read more here http://www.romancatholicism.co.uk/paganorigins.html

[CynicalBear]

Thank you for posting that. My computer died so I don’t have access to any of my research files right now. I’m using my phone so am really restricted.

[Karl Spooner]

In her liturgy and her art, in her tradition and the forming of her doctrine, naturally enough she includes Jewish elements, but also elements that are of pagan origin.

I haven't read in the bible where God likes anything about paganism or false idols. That is why you have to quote from the Encyclopedia of Catholicism, instead of the bible. That should be a hint on which side you find yourself on.